Many Large Corporations Eagerly Seek Investment Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City
On October 2, at the HCMC People’s Committee headquarters, Chairman Nguyễn Văn Được held a meeting with three major enterprises: De Heus Group (Netherlands), Heineken Vietnam, and Hùng Nhơn Group, to discuss investment opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City. The enterprises expressed interest in key sectors such as high-tech agriculture, logistics, innovation, and the development of an international financial center.
Mr. Gabor Fluit, Global CEO of De Heus Group, emphasized the focus on HCMC’s plan to build an international financial center, viewing it as an opportunity to strengthen Vietnam-Netherlands cooperation in green energy, digitalization, and sustainable urban solutions. The group requested support from the city in facilitating legal procedures. Similarly, Mr. Vũ Mạnh Hùng, Chairman of Hùng Nhơn Group, proposed that the city expedite legal processes to implement a logistics center project in HCMC and surrounding areas.
On behalf of HCMC, Chairman Nguyễn Văn Được affirmed the commitment to administrative reforms, maximizing support for investors. The city is promoting the digitalization of public services, enhancing the efficiency of the Public Administration Service Center, and streamlining procedures. To support logistics, HCMC plans to invest in urban railways and freight rail systems to seaports from now until 2035, aiming to reduce congestion and optimize logistics costs.
Additionally, HCMC called for collaboration with enterprises in training a high-skilled workforce to meet sustainable development needs. The Chairman pledged to listen to feedback from businesses to improve the investment environment and foster long-term partnerships with the business community.
